Veterinary Technician II

Duties & responsibilities:

Performs clinical health rounds to observe the health and well-being of laboratory animals and reports abnormalities to the facility veterinarian.

Acts independently and with sound judgment to triage new clinical cases for appropriate veterinary care Administers medication and treatments as directed.

Evaluates responses to treatment. Maintains pertinent health records (written and electronic) on laboratory animals; this includes general health, date of birth, vaccinations, medications, and other relevant health data. Collects biological samples for diagnostic analysis and evaluation.

Assists investigators and/or veterinarians with surgeries, including administration and monitoring of anesthesia, administration of medication including injections, and point of care clinical pathology. Provides post-operative nursing care ensuring recovery from anesthesia is satisfactory and incisions and sutures are intact. Performs emergency and critical care support under the direction of the veterinarian.

Assists with necropsy procedures. Maintains veterinary care areas including cleaning, inventory, ordering and stocking supplies, crash carts, and kits. Performs training in standard veterinary and research technical procedures to a variety of audiences. Assists the veterinary staff in assuring compliance with applicable state and federal laws, regulations, and institutional policies pertaining to biomedical and agricultural research using animals.Additional duties may be assigned

Knowledge, skills & abilities:

Able to perform a clinical examination of lab animals Effective communication with peers, supervisors, and research personnel Preparing and taking care of medical equipment and supplies Animal vital signs assessment and monitoring Collecting samples and completing laboratory tests Administering vaccinations and medications to animals Dressing wounds X-rays and diagnostic imaging Administering and monitoring anesthetic procedures Keeping the veterinary care premises clean and organized Updating patient records

Physical Requirement:

Must be able to lift/move/transport up to 50 pounds Environment that requires continuous bending, stooping, twisting, and turning.